Field Area Manager

Attention: Tradies, HVAC and Sparkies with supervision experience, interested in getting off the tools and into an exciting Field Area Manager role!

Ventia’s Telecommunication Team in Brisbane is looking for a new Field Area Manager. The role manages the execution of approved asset management plans and operational practices to provide reliable and predictable network performance for the designated portfolio of network assets.  It is essential that you have Telstra Network Experience, strong people management and field-based experience and sound computer skills to be able to deliver on the accountabilities of this role. 

What’s on Offer 

• Attractive salary and tool of trade vehicle
• Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP, Ventia's Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program
• Employee benefits such as corporate travel discounts, Novated leases, private health discounts, credit discounts and more
• A flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter
• Career stability and development opportunities
• High safety culture keeping our people and the public safe

About the Role
The role focusses on operational delivery of Telstra Field Optimisation SOW activities, ensuring safe, reliable and consistent delivery to plans. Responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership and direction to field team members to deliver the program of works, and support the Network Operations Centre (NOC) and the Service Delivery Centre in managing reactive and corrective maintenance activities
• Provide oversight and supervision to subcontractor works
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative working relationship with the key stakeholders
• Ensure compliance to Work Instructions (WIs), Method of Procedures (MOPs) or plans provided by the TFO SOW's Project Managers to eliminate the likelihood of any Service Disruptions
• Deliver in accordance with the requirements of the TFO as defined by each SOW
• Implement change management initiatives where required

Required Skills and Experience
To be successful in your application your experience will ideally include:

• Electrical and/or trades qualification (or significant field-based experience in telecommunication power)
• Project Management qualification (Fundamentals or Cert IV) desirable
• Experience working within an Operations & Maintenance (O&M) environment
• Experience working within a Telstra in a ticket-of-work environment preferred
• Track record of constructive & effective client relationship management with client operational representatives
• Sound computer skills

To apply for this role it is imperative that you have Australian experience and full working rights.

About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to Apply
Please click on the link below to submit your covering letter and resume.

Position Reference Number: 158940